--- title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: An Interview with James Patterson ’69" url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/an-evening-with-james-patterson" type: page date: 2026-05-06 updated: 2026-05-06 --- # James Patterson Speaker Series: An Interview with James Patterson ’69 James Patterson Honors Program # An Interview with James Patterson ’69 The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome bestselling author James Patterson ’69 on September 9, 2025. The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University. Image ![Photo of Author and Alumnus James Patterson](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2024-10/james-patterson-honors-program.jpg?h=a9575592&itok=0tIdxEc0) **September 9, 2025 at 7 p.m.** Kelly Commons, 5th Floor The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome the world’s bestselling author and distinguished alumnus, James Patterson ’69, for an inspiring conversation on success. Following the event, Mr. Patterson participated in a book signing. Patterson, one of the world’s most prolific and widely read authors, has written numerous bestselling novels across genres and has been a leading advocate for literacy and education. This event was part of the fall 2025 Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program. The first 400 guests received a complimentary copy of Patterson’s latest book, *The First Gentleman*, co-written with President Clinton. This event was free and open to the public. **Moderator:** Deirdre O’Leary Cunningham, Ph.D., Associate Professor of English at Manhattan University ### Watch the Recorded Livestream [Embedded Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/s808dHk0CI4?si=eWuLqxKpne7n35Ko) Contact Us ## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program? Dr. Michele Saracino Executive Director (718) 862-7412 Eliza Newman Assistant Director (718) 862-7176